Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ): what you need to know
Tijuana is three hours behind Orlando and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Your MCO to TIJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Tijuana Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MCO and TIJ:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Cancun Airport
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Currently, R 2,476 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,388. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MCO to TIJ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Orlando International Airport to Tijuana Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
77% of flights that depart Orlando International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Tijuana Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MCO:
Arriving at Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Orlando International Airport to Tijuana Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TIJ instead:
Pick up a Tijuana Airport rental car and discover Tijuana and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Dollar and Ace Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Tijuana Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to central Tijuana
From Tijuana Airport, Tijuana is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Tijuana Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Tijuana in March.
Lock in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Tijuana Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tijuana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCO to TIJ in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Tijuana, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 145 kilometres east to Mexicali to tick off its leading attractions. From Catedral de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe to Dino Park and Espacio Cultural Artmósferas, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Tijuana, Ensenada is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at La Bufadora, Hussong’s Cantina and Rivera del Pacifico.